Ben Okri

Moments

Sunday

29.09

09:00–19:30 GMT+3

Bucharest

Sunday, 29.09

00:00

4.6° C

Fire & Freedom

Ben Okri in conversation with RACHEL DONADIO

Sir Ben Okri, renowned poet and Booker Prize-winning novelist, explores freedom, praxis and the state of the world through poetry, readings from his works, and a conversation with journalist Rachel Donadio. Drawing from both poetry and prose, including poems from A Fire in My Head, Ben responds to the mood and challenges of the times and helps us reflect on the world and on ourselves through his unique lens. This event blends words, music, and dialogue, offering a unique insight into the intersections of literature and societal change.

Live music courtesy of the Conservatory of Bucharest.

Book-signing

Ben Okri & CĂRTUREȘTI

Join us for an exclusive book signing session with Sir Ben Okri, who’s books are a rich blend of magical realism and philosophical insight on topics like survival, identity and resilience. Whether you already have your own copy or want to grab one on the spot from Cărturești, this is your unique opportunity to connect with The Famished Road author in person.

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Critical praxis involves both critical reflection and transformative action.

Peter
McLaren

⁠Authentic praxis is a constant interplay of theory, reflection, and action, challenging us to grow and evolve.

bell
hooks

Praxis is not just action or doing, it is action informed by theory and theory informed by action.

bell
hooks

Praxis is the dance of theory and practice, each informing and enriching the other.

Maxine
Greene

⁠In praxis, we find the bridge between what is and what could be, guided by critical thought and deliberate action.

Antonio
Negri

⁠In order to change the world, we must combine our ideas with action—this is the essence of praxis.

Silvia
Federici

Praxis is philosophical thought turned into everyday political action.

Hannah
Arendt

The unity of theory and praxis is the basis of the transformative power of critical pedagogy.

Henry
Giroux

Revolutionary praxis requires that our political imagination never rest.

Angela
Davis

Man as a praxis is both something that produces and is produced.

Jean-Paul
Sartre